The strategic plan, labeled Dakota State University: “FOCUSED” lays the ground work for DSU through 2012. The plan includes benchmarks and goals for seven areas of focus listed below:

• Expanding Information Technology Leadership
• Optimizing and Sustaining On-Campus Enrollment
• Increasing Retention and Graduation by Providing an Exceptional Student Experience
• Advancing Applied Research
• Extending Educational Outreach
• Promoting National and International Visibility
• Developing New Financial Resources

A detailed explanation of the plan can be read on the President’s website. The plan will also be featured in the upcoming university magazine.

The state of Dakota State speech is part of a week of orientation activities on campus. That schedule can be found on the website as well.